My preference in motorsport is for historic rallying or circuit racing. These are high value cars in amazing condition and permanently at peril when they take to the track. So it is a puzzle to me that I keep being drawn back to Race the Waves where the cars look like they were nailed togetherContinue reading “Race the Waves: Event review”
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Donington Historic Festival: Event review.
The Donington Historic Festival is a regular event for Classic Yorkshire (CY) and this year it was even better value as CY was able to offer subscribers a 50% discount on ticket prices and infield parking. Last years event was still hungover from Co-Vid and the displays were not as well populated as in previousContinue reading “Donington Historic Festival: Event review.”
Calling all clubs.
The historic element of the classic car industry continues grow with new events coming along all the time. Motorsport Vision and Motor Racing Legends have announced the inaugural Snetterton Classic on SAT 29 – SUN 30 JUN 2024. Fans can travel back in time at the Snetterton Classic this summer when a sumptuous selection ofContinue reading “Calling all clubs.”
Diecast model business to mark milestone with free car show
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse A model car shop in Halifax is getting ready to celebrate its 40th birthday next year by holding a big classic car weekend. Replicar, based in historic Piece Hall, is a treasure trove of diecast models – new and secondhand – from top makers including Corgi, Dinky, Matchbox, Solido andContinue reading “Diecast model business to mark milestone with free car show”
A celebration of 40 years of Prodrive.
This year’s Classic Nostalgia weekend will celebrate 40 years of one of the world’s most successful motorsport companies. Since being founded in 1984, Prodrive has created some of the most iconic race and rally cars of all time, and enthusiasts will be able to see a spectacular selection of them in action at Shelsley WalshContinue reading “A celebration of 40 years of Prodrive.”
Garage tours are back at The Carding Shed.
The Carding Shed have announced that their popular garage tours are back. If you’ve ever wanted to know what goes into restoring and maintaining a beautiful English classic then now is your chance. After a full English breakfast served in The Carding Shed, join one of their technicians as they take you for a guidedContinue reading “Garage tours are back at The Carding Shed.”
Skipton car show back for 2024
West Yorkshire was blessed with three successful City/Town centre shows (plus a few more smaller events). Bradford was the first but after 17 years it stopped three years ago, Wakefield, which has a strong Americana presence and Skipton. Skipton took a break for a few years but reappeared in 2023 and will be back againContinue reading “Skipton car show back for 2024”
Special offer for event organisers.
Our friends at ADG Print in Bradford have a special offer for classic car event organisers. ADG have been producing rally plaques for many years and have been the printer of choice for us here at Classic Yorkshire. Their offer is free use of their Design Service when you place an order of 50 or moreContinue reading “Special offer for event organisers.”
Prestige car clubs are invited….
Yorkshire is a great place to be a classic car owner with events to meet every taste. Whether you are a fan of an everyday classic or a rare prestige model, you can find events for all comers, or specialist events for single makes. There is room for all of these events and prestige eventsContinue reading “Prestige car clubs are invited….”
40th anniversary of Ferrari’s first supercar
Exactly 40 years after its launch at the 1984 Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari has announced the GTO Legacy Tour 2024, an exclusive celebration of the 40th anniversary of a legendary car. The Maranello marque is organising a driving experience for owners of the Prancing Horse’s first ever supercar in the stunning surroundings of the Italian DolomitesContinue reading “40th anniversary of Ferrari’s first supercar”
A unique opportunity for Classic Yorkshire readers.
Our friends at the Fast Lane club are offering a unique opportunity for Classic Yorkshire readers to join an exclusive event, The Coppa delle Alpi. This event is not open to the public and you can only enter via a specially invited sponsors, such as The Fast Lane Club. Some of you will be familiar withContinue reading “A unique opportunity for Classic Yorkshire readers.”
Donington Historic – May 3,4 &5
When it comes to historic racing the two most popular events are the Silverstone Classic and the Donington Historic. For Yorkshire enthusiasts Donington isn’t too far to treck and it provides excellent racing with a wide variety of cars and era’s. If you are new to historic racing then this is a great event. Easy to getContinue reading “Donington Historic – May 3,4 &5”